Historic Centre Travel Guide
Morelia
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Popular places to visit
Morelia Cathedral
View a range of architectural styles and rare 16th-century artwork when you visit this stunning cathedral in Morelia's Central Plaza.
Plaza de Armas
The attractive landscaped gardens and stunning views of Morelia Cathedral make this historic square a great place to stop a while.
Las Tarascas Fountain
After visiting Las Tarascas Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Callejon del Romance. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Rose Garden
After visiting Rose Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Morelia. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Palacio Clavijero
Browse works of art and watch open-air concerts at a centuries-old building that was once a prominent Jesuit seat of learning.
Federal Palace
Morelia’s administrative hub is housed in a French-style former convent and remains one of the town’s architectural highlights.
Things to do
Tour: Getting to know Morelia with friends
Patzcuaro - Janitzio Tour to watch the "butterfly nets"
Top hotels in Historic Centre
Hotel Casino Morelia
"This hotel is at a great location. It is within walking distance to the cathedral, lots of restaurants, coffee shops and street food vendors. The balcony rooms have a spectacular view of the main plaza and cathedral. We will definitely consider staying here again."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Alameda Centro Historico
"The beds were clean and comfortable with sufficient storage for baggage. The room I stayed needs power outlets, it had only one in the room (for the TV). It also didn’t have a coffee maker which we ask for but then found it challenging because of the only one outlet on top of the tv stand/dresser. ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Misión Catedral Morelia
"Nice rooftop restaurant on the 3rd floor."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Morelia Centro Historico by IHG
"Very clean I love our stay there. I will stay there again. Excelente staff."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Vista Express Morelia By Arriva Hospitality Group
"The place is very very vintage. Super clean and the staff is great. Unfortunately this hotel DOES NOT HAVE A/C! On a good note, the city itself is very fresh and the unit does not need an a/c"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel de la Soledad
"Excelente ubicacion"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Centre
Juárez
Juárez might not have many top sights, but Plaza Morelos and Plaza de Armas are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Molino de Parras
When in Molino de Parras, you can plan a visit to Palacio Clavijero and Plaza de Armas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Morelos
The monuments and cocktail bars are a few reasons travellers visit Morelos. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Palacio Clavijero and Plaza de Armas, a few notable attractions nearby.
Félix Ireta
While visiting Félix Ireta, you might make a stop by sights like José María Morelos Theater and Benito Juarez Zoo.
Villa Universidad
When in Villa Universidad, you can plan a visit to Benito Juarez Zoo and Government House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chapultepec Norte
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapultepec Norte and surrounding area, you can visit Morelia Aqueduct and Bosque Cuauhtémoc.
